Secretary Dhondul Dorjee Attends the Graduation Ceremony at the Sarah College for Higher Tibetan Studies.

Dharamshala: On 30 April 2025, the Secretary Dhondul Dorjee, Department of Religion and Culture, and Jigme Namgyal, Secretary of the Department of Education, attended the graduation ceremony held in conjunction with the 24th anniversary of Sarah College for Higher Tibetan Studies. The occasion also marked the successful completion of several key academic programs, including the two-year Tibetan Teacher Training Program organised by the Department of Education, CTA, the third cohort of the Rabjung Rigné course, and the graduation of Vietnamese students who completed their studies in Buddhist dialectics.

The ceremony was graced by its chief guest Kyabgon Tai Situ Rinpoche Pema Donyo Drubpa, the 13th Tai Situpa. Secretary Lobsang Jinpa from the Gaden Phodrang Office, along with Secretary Dudul Dorjee and Secretary Jigme Namgyal attended the event as special guests.

The ceremony began at 9:00 AM with faculty, staff, and students lining the main pathway in front of the administration building to welcome the Rinpoche. Upon his arrival, Rinpoche lit the butter lamp. Following this, the assembly recited a prayer and the Praise to Manjushri (known as Gang-lo-ma). Geshe Samten Gyatso, Director of the Institute of Buddhist Dialectics (IBD), then delivered an introductory speech.

During the gathering, Secretary Lobsang Jinpa presented certificates and ceremonial scarves to the four student monitors in recognition of their dedicated service to the institution. He also delivered a speech underlining the importance of ethical conduct and moral principles. Additionally, the event marked the unveiling of several new publications authored by Tenzin Nyima and Tenzin Tentar.

Secretary Dudul Dorjee presented certificates to the graduate students and Secretary Jigme Namgyal bestowed certificates to the Tibetan teacher’s trainees.

Following that, Kyabgon Tai Situ Rinpoche conferred certificates to the Vietnamese students who completed their Buddhist studies as well as to the graduates of the 24th batch of Sarah College. Rinpoche then delivered a keynote address, sharing his profound insights on preservation and promotion of rich Tibetan religious, cultural, and linguistic heritages.

-Report filed by Department of Religion and Culture, CTA